Christmas Toybox Scheme a success
Hundreds of toys have been donated to help put a smile on young people’s faces this Christmas thanks to the Christmas Toybox Scheme.
The scheme, led by Carmarthenshire County Council, aims to make Christmas easier for those in difficult financial situations. Toys donated by members of the public have been sent to Myrtle House in Llanelli, Towy Community Church in Carmarthen, the Evangelical Church in Carmarthen and Communities First in Pantyffynnon; officers at these organisiations will ensure that the toys will reach the young people ready for Christmas.
Local Service Board users also supported the scheme; they included Hywel Dda Health Board, Dyfed Powys Police, University of Wales Trinity Saint David, and Coleg Sir Gâr. The Llanelli Star, Carmarthen Journal and South Wales Guardian also supported the appeal.
The idea for the scheme was originated by Cllr Pam Palmer, Carmarthenshire County Council’s executive board business manager. She said: “We are overwhelmed by the support we have had and I am so pleased that we have been able to help so many families this Christmas.
“Despite the current economic climate, people are still finding ways of helping people who are in need. I would like to extend a big thank you to everyone who has made this scheme possible.
“Every child deserves a happy Christmas and your generous donations will help make Christmas day a happy and memorable occasion for many young people in the County.”
Pantyffynon Communities First with Christmas presents. From left- Cllr Huw Evans, Cllr Pam Palmer, Meinir Griffiths C.C.C executive board support officer and Emma Rees Communities First Co-ordinator, Pantyffynon
Pic Jeff Connell
The scheme, led by Carmarthenshire County Council, aims to make Christmas easier for those in difficult financial situations. Toys donated by members of the public have been sent to Myrtle House in Llanelli, Towy Community Church in Carmarthen, the Evangelical Church in Carmarthen and Communities First in Pantyffynnon; officers at these organisiations will ensure that the toys will reach the young people ready for Christmas.
Local Service Board users also supported the scheme; they included Hywel Dda Health Board, Dyfed Powys Police, University of Wales Trinity Saint David, and Coleg Sir Gâr. The Llanelli Star, Carmarthen Journal and South Wales Guardian also supported the appeal.
The idea for the scheme was originated by Cllr Pam Palmer, Carmarthenshire County Council’s executive board business manager. She said: “We are overwhelmed by the support we have had and I am so pleased that we have been able to help so many families this Christmas.
“Despite the current economic climate, people are still finding ways of helping people who are in need. I would like to extend a big thank you to everyone who has made this scheme possible.
“Every child deserves a happy Christmas and your generous donations will help make Christmas day a happy and memorable occasion for many young people in the County.”
Pantyffynon Communities First with Christmas presents. From left- Cllr Huw Evans, Cllr Pam Palmer, Meinir Griffiths C.C.C executive board support officer and Emma Rees Communities First Co-ordinator, Pantyffynon
Pic Jeff Connell
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